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Bellingham Technical College, also referred to as BTC or Bellingham Tech, is located in Bellingham, Washington, United States. It was established in the year 1957. Initially, it was known as Bellingham Vocational Technical Institute. The campus spreads over an area of more than 20 acres.
Bellingham Technical College offers over 50 associate degrees and certificate programs. Students can choose from courses in various areas of study including construction and engineering technology, fisheries and aquaculture, health careers and child & family studies, electro-mechanical technology, manufacturing and industrial technology, culinary arts, management, business and computer technology, and welding technology.
The students of Bellingham Technical College participate in the Student Council, which is governed by an Executive Committee.
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Campus Location3028 Lindbergh Ave Bellingham, WA 98225-1599 USA Main Tel: (360) 752-7000 Web Site The campus is in a small city. |
HighlightsWhere the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below): - Many students concentrating in hospitality, nursing and emergency medicine, mechanics and repair, and engineering technician.
- Large number of programs of study offered.
- Many mature (40+ year old) students.
- Racially diverse student body.
- High male/female ratio.
- Affordable tuition & fees.
Other important characteristics: - Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
- Faculty tenure system
- Library on-campus
- Distance learning available
- Part-time classes available
Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)| Degree | Total Earned | Different Programs |
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| < 1 year certificate | 320 | 22 | | Associate | 270 | 25 | | 1-2 year certificate | 144 | 13 |
StudentsStudent enrollment was 2,896 in 2007-2008 (1,887 full-time equivalent). Undergrads are 100% of enrolled students. Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.
Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)| Item | Cost |
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| State Tuition and fees | $ 3,258 | | Books and supplies | $ 945 |
Financial Aid: Bellingham Technical College participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs. Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.
Housing and MealsOn-campus housing is not available.
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Programs of Study(Number of degrees awarded in 2008-2009 in parentheses) BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT (25 awarded) - Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
- Business Administration and Management
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- Operations Management and Supervision
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING (25 awarded) - Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT (3 awarded) - Fishing and Fisheries Sciences and Management
CONSTRUCTION TRADES (40 awarded) - Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector
- Building/Property Maintenance and Management
- Electrician
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS (25 awarded) - Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
- Culinary Arts/Chef Training
EDUCATION AND TEACHING (9 awarded) - Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Teacher Assistant/Aide
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN (47 awarded) - Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
- Instrumentation Technology/Technician
- Manufacturing Technology/Technician
- Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
- Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
- Surveying Technology/Surveying
HOSPITALITY (12 awarded) - Hospitality Administration/Management
LAW (1 awarded) - Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
MECHANICS AND REPAIR (61 awarded) - Appliance Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
- Autobody/Collision and Repair Technology/Technician
- Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Communications Systems Installation and Repair Technology
- Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
- Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
- Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION (7 awarded) - Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
- Medical Transcription/Transcriptionist
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY (147 awarded) - Dental Assisting/Assistant
- Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder
- Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
- Surgical Technology/Technologist
- Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician/Veterinary Assistant
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE (238 awarded) - Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
- Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
- Nurse/Nursing Assistant/Aide and Patient Care Assistant
- Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY (2 awarded) - Somatic Bodywork and Related Therapeutic Services
- Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION (9 awarded) - Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications
- Executive Assistant/Executive Secretary
- General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
- Receptionist
PRODUCTION TRADES (44 awarded) - Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
- Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
- Welding Technology/Welder
TRANSPORTATION (39 awarded) - Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
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